Beinn Ìme

Mountain Highest peak in Arrochar Alps, panoramic views

Highest peak of the Arrochar Alps, Beinn Ìme draws hillwalkers for steep ridge routes and panoramic views over Loch Long, Arrochar and nearby peaks; expect rough paths, rocky scrambles and classic Scottish Highland weather.

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Beinn Ìme
56.2368, -4.8171

How to Get to Beinn Ìme #

Accessible from Arrochar via the A83; Arrochar & Tarbet train station places walkers within easy reach of trailheads.

Tips for Visiting Beinn Ìme #

  • The A83 and local public transport serve Arrochar; use the train to avoid parking stress in summer.
  • Combine Beinn Ìme with nearby ridges for a full day's scrambling and varied scenery.
  • Check path conditions after heavy rains - gullies and tracks can deteriorate quickly.

Best Time to Visit Beinn Ìme #

Summer is the most reliable season, though the Arrochar Alps can be enjoyed outside peak months by experienced walkers.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-16°C
Best conditions for scrambling and ridge traverses.
Spring/Autumn
May, Sep · 4-12°C
Quieter but more variable conditions; be prepared for wet rock.

Weather & Climate near Beinn Ìme #

Climate

Beinn Ìme's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2860 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (357 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

357 mm
Rainfall
13.5 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (233 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

233 mm
Rainfall
13.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (269 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

269 mm
Rainfall
11.9 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

155 mm
Rainfall
9.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
8.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

190 mm
Rainfall
8.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (264 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

264 mm
Rainfall
9.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (309 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

309 mm
Rainfall
11.3 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (312 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

312 mm
Rainfall
12.7 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (324 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

324 mm
Rainfall
12.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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